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who they spoke with vs who they spoke too

The correct phrase is "who they spoke with." The preposition 'with' is used after the verb 'spoke' to indicate the person with whom the conversation took place. 'Spoke too' is incorrect in this context.

Last updated: March 11, 2024 • 692 views

who they spoke with

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to the person with whom someone had a conversation. The preposition 'with' is used after the verb 'spoke.'

Examples:

  • I wonder who they spoke with at the party.
  • Do you know who they spoke with about the project?
  • She couldn't remember who they spoke with on the phone.
  • They discussed the issue with the person they spoke with yesterday.
  • Can you find out who they spoke with regarding the new policy?
  • Jan 24, 2014 ... Here is a list of who they spoke with after Senior Bowl practices this week, and if you'll notice, they were all defensive players: Corners.
  • Feb 6, 2014 ... ... be receptive to the idea? The Eagles were busy chatting up inside linebackers after Senior Bowl practices. Here's who they spoke with: ...
  • Jan 27, 2014 ... ... be receptive to the idea? The Eagles were busy chatting up inside linebackers after Senior Bowl practices. Here's who they spoke with: ...
  • But just to clarify, if a customer doesn't ask for someone, then they are free game? I thought we were to try and find out who they spoke with.

Alternatives:

  • who they talked to
  • who they conversed with
  • who they chatted with
  • who they communicated with
  • who they had a discussion with

who they spoke too

This phrase is incorrect in this context. The correct preposition to use after 'spoke' is 'with,' not 'too.'

  • Jan 15, 2015 ... Who knows who they spoke too, it could have been Dave using a high voice and wearing a long wig for all we know because they aren't telling.
  • ... to contact my boss and fire me, but they can not tell me what court, they also say they have spoken to my manager but can not tell me who they spoke too.
  • Aug 15, 2009 ... When one went out he or she always had to be careful who they spoke too and what they said even if it was in jest or you could find yourself ...
  • May 1, 2013 ... But there's no real evidence the calls happen. And anyone can use google, or write a name & say that's who they spoke too. Who would no if it ...

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